Immigrating to Canada permanently is an exciting opportunity. International students can find the most accurate information directly from the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under the section titled “Immigrate.” Several students have expressed interest in obtaining permanent residence. International students are prime candidates for immigration due to their Canadian education and work experience, and high adaptability to life in Canada.

Students applying for Permanent Residency in Canada have the option of hiring a legal representative to assist with the application process. Hiring a representative however is not mandatory. It is common for international students to apply for Permanent Residency without any hired help, using detailed instruction guides from the CIC website. Please read the warnings issued from CIC.

Students who choose to hire a representative to assist with the Permanent Residency application process are advised to verify whether he/she is licensed to provide legal advising and/or representation. If you would like tips on choosing an immigration representative, please consult the CIC website or book an appointment with us at the International Student Centre.

There are several classes of permanent residency that international students might be eligible for that usually depend on level of education, professional work experience, and English and French proficiency. These include:

Feel free to book an appointment with an advisor to find out more on how to obtain permanent residence.